Kubasta, Vojtech. Prague Praha Prag Praga. Prague: Artia, 1969. First Czech edition. Oblong quarto (26.5 x 17 cm folded). [4] pages. Color pictorial wrappers, cloth spine. Pop-up tabletop display format. Language: Czech. An Artia production. Printed in Czechoslovakia.
A vivid and architecturally rich pop-up tableau by renowned Czech paper engineer Vojtech Kubasta. This panoramic display captures the essence of Prague in a three-dimensional freestanding format, with recognizable landmarks such as the Charles Bridge and Prague Castle’s St. Vitus Cathedral in the background. It also features the entrance to Mala Strana which sits at the foot of Prague Castle.
Constructed with Kubasta’s signature accordion-fold technique, the book opens into a visually immersive urban panorama. Designed for tabletop exhibition, this publication blurs the line between book and display object.
Condition: Very Fine. Exceptionally clean, bright, and well-preserved. No tears, repairs, or damage. Crisp corners and firm folds. Properly stored and free from handling wear.
Collector’s Corner: Prague = Praha = Prag = Praga is part of a series of city- and national-themed tableaux produced by Artia in the 1960s, with this 1969 edition recognized as the first Czech-language release. Prague, Praha, Prag, and Praga all refer to the same city—the capital of the Czech Republic. "Praha" is the Czech name for Prague. "Prag" is the German name, and "Praga" is the Italian and Spanish name.